Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) - Prevention

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Prevention

There is currently no way to prevent lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE). But people who smoke may be more likely to develop lupus.12 Avoiding smoking and perhaps other tobacco products may decrease your risk of developing lupus.

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Author: Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH
Ralph Poore
Medical Review: Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Stanford M. Shoor, MD - Rheumatology
Last Updated: 05/17/2006

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